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Literary journal Irish Pages to launch special After Heaney edition

A special edition of the literary journal Irish Pages, 'After Heaney', is being launched today Picture Colm Lenaghan
A special edition of the literary journal Irish Pages, 'After Heaney', is being launched today Picture Colm Lenaghan

BELFAST-based literary journal Irish Pages is launching a special 'After Heaney' edition, compiled in recognition of the change in Ireland's cultural landscape caused by the death of our greatest poet, at 6.30pm today in Waterstones, Fountain Street.

The event, which will focus on Heaney's legacy, will be introduced by Irish Pages editor Chris Agee, and include readings from some of the authors who have contributed – Ruth Carr, Patricia Craig and Frank Ormsby.

There will also be a short open mic session with an chance to win a free subscription to the magazine. If you want to take part, contact Michael or Paul at Belfast@waterstones.com or ring 028 9024 0159. Free entry and refreshments.